Mayan Green vs Freshwater Green
Mayan Green (Benjamin Moore) and Freshwater Green (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. Mayan Green reads as blue-green, while Freshwater Green reads as green-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 19-point LRV gap — 56 for Freshwater Green vs 37 for Mayan Green — means Freshwater Green will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 39.0 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Mayan Green vs Freshwater Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mayan Green on one side and Freshwater Green on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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